Unmuted Podcast | Episode #55
Topic: High Performance in a Human-Centred World
Host: Jeff Waldman, ScaleHR
Topic: Gabrielle Caron, 1Password
🎙️ In this episode of ScaleHR, Unmuted Podcast host Jeff Waldman is joined by Gabrielle Caron, People & Culture leader at 1Password, for a timely and thought-provoking conversation about what high performance really means in today’s complex world of work.
With economic pressures rising and expectations around productivity and efficiency intensifying, leaders are feeling the heat. But this isn’t the same world we lived in five years ago. Burnout, mental health struggles, social unrest, and AI disruption are just some of the forces changing the game. So, how do we lead through both urgency and empathy?
Jeff and Gabrielle dive into:
1) How today’s performance pressures are reshaping leadership and workplace culture
2) How leaders can compete hard while still caring deeply for their teams
What sustainable, high-performance cultures actually look like in practice
3) Why it’s time to redefine performance for the realities of today’s workforce
This episode is packed with strategic insights, practical takeaways, and a human-centred lens on leadership. Whether you're an HR professional, people leader, or executive, this conversation will help you navigate the delicate balance between results and well-being.
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About Gabrielle Caron
Gabrielle Caron is a passionate and driven professional development leader with 15+ years of experience, including over a decade at McKinsey and 3+ years in the tech startup ecosystem. During this time, she has developed a keen expertise in leveraging AI and analytics to drive innovative operational and people practices.
As the VP of Talent, DEIB, and People Insights, Gabrielle excels at building thoughtful people strategies that enable the business to achieve its goals, coaching individuals through their career journeys and collaborating with stakeholders across the business to identify tailored solutions that harness the power of data-driven insights.
Gabrielle is known for her highly skilled coaching and mentoring abilities and builds long-lasting, trusting relationships at all organizational levels. Her creative problem-solving, facilitation, and executive-level communication strengths make her a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the industry.
Gabrielle is committed to fostering inclusive environments where individuals can thrive and achieve their full potential. She is excited to share her insights on the intersection of Talent, AI, analytics, and professional development to inspire others in their journeys.
Connect with Gabrielle on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-caron-5607ab13/.
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